Install CM12 ROM on SONY Xperia SP with Locked Bootloader

Are you seeking a lightweight ROM which is not bloated with unnecessary features? I assure you, try CyanogenMod and you will never have to look back. CM has always been precise in the features that it offers without loosing its stability or performance, which makes it different from every other custom ROM and unique in its approach. With Lollipop based custom ROMs knocking the doors, there are a lot of choices. But those who belong to the CM family and have used CM on their devices for a long time, must be awaiting. Since the majority of code is already up on Github, developers from various device communities are pulling up their effort to compile the latest CyanogenMod 12 for their respective devices.

Lately, we have covered a guide to Install CM12 ROM on Samsung Galaxy S3 Neo (GT-I9300I & GT-I9301I) and now comes the turn of the SONY Xperia SP. Devices from SONY have had their issues regarding unlocking the bootloader, but this one comes with a surprise. You will not be needing to unlock your Xperia SP’s bootloader and still Install CWM recovery and thereafter installing CM12 ROM on SONY Xperia SP. Bagyusz (Member – XDA) has managed to compile CM12 ROM for the same device. The developer has lately contributed significant improvements to the ROM and made the basic features to work, so that it could be used a daily driver.

Visit the original development XDA thread for more information, live discussion and direct developer support.

Screenshots

Fully Operational Functions

Audio and Video playback

USB charging

USB OTG Support

ADB & MTP modes

Sensors

Wireless Lan (Wi-Fi)

SMS

Bluetooth

NFC

Camera

Non-functional

FM Radio

Requires Fix

Fixes could be flashed after flashing the ROMs and GApps, until they get implemented in the ROM by the developer.

Wi-Fi hotspot

Data

Voice calls

Warning!

Rooting, Installing custom recovery and custom ROM will destroy your device warranty. You have been warned, perform everything at your own risk. Do not attempt to try this on any other device other than the SONY Xperia SP.

If the installation is error free, choose the option #3 to Reboot Phone.

If not, then repeat the previous step, again.

Install CM12 ROM on SONY Xperia SP

Boot into recovery mode: Power off your device, press power key again to start the device. Lights will blink and the phone will vibrate, it’s time to select which recovery you want to boot into. Press Volume up for PhilZ recovery, Volume down for TWRP recovery and Camera button for CWM recovery.

Voila! You’re now running latest CyanogenMod 12 on your SONY Xperia SP. Enjoy the latest taste of Android with earliest Android custom ROM without any need to unlock the bootloader. Comment below and let us know of your views. Help us build a better community with your precious feedback.